Nice to meet you.

Hi, I’m Jess.

trusted partner and communications counsel

My approach is rooted in creativity, curiosity, and compassion both for my clients and the folks they serve.

As your partner, I’ll be as careful as I am courageous. I’ll encourage you to be more innovative and intentional — to test and learn and consider new ways of engaging.

I’ll keep your confidence, check your blind spots, and we’ll ride out the storms together.

 

Into credentials? I’ve got those too.

  • B.A. Creative Writing / M.A. Digital Journalism

  • Certified End-of-Life Doula and Foster Mama

  • Professor, novice birder, and advocate for the unhoused

  • Board and Marketing Committee member for Neurotherapeutic Pediatric Therapies and Project Access Now

    • Previous: Socialmedia.Org, American Heart Association, the Blanchet House, Healthcare Communicators Northwest, and the Oregon Symphony

 

The proof is in the partnerships

 

Neighborhood Health Center

“Jess is deeply engaged in educating and supporting marketing and communication while also building a strong interpersonal relationship. Her knowledge, experience, and collaborative style make her one of the most vital partnerships we have.”

 

concordia university

“You’re an energizer – the consummate creative. You have a positive view of the world whenever I talk to you and reignite my belief in possibilities. [You’re perceptive] and do strong empathy work to help understand the nuances of a given arrangement.”

 

Serenity Lane

“We had the pleasure of hearing Jess speak at a conference and were so impressed with her insights and enthusiasm that we asked for her help building campaigns for our organization. She remains our go-to for advice, ideas, support and, occasionally, a pep talk. She is a phenomenal strategist and public speaker.”

 

Portland water bureau

“Fast-paced. Progressive. At the intersection of purpose and PR. It’s rare to meet someone who just ‘gets it.’ Jess is a leader, early adopter, and innovator in the field. She has the type of personality that you always hope to learn more from.”

 

National University of Natural Medicine

“I want you to know how deeply appreciated you are - not just by me, but by nearly the entire community. We are enormously grateful for the incredible dedication you have and for the exceptional quality of work you produce. [You] have turned the department into something I'm proud of.”

 

Peace Health medical group

“Jess has a comprehensive understanding of how healthcare organizations can leverage social media marketing for a variety of purposes combined with a natural curiosity to uncover all issues and opportunities, and an empathy for the people on the hook to do the work day in and day out.”